Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Detention Facilities in the United

Arab Emirates Click here for Dubai Click here for the Northern Emirates Click here for Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain) This document contains information about police stations, prison and other detention facilities in the UAE. This is not an exhaustive list. If you cannot find the information you need, contact the Embassy.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Dubai Dubai Central Jail - For males Contact

Dubai Central Jail

Al Aweer Road (E 44 Road)

Al Aweer (near Dubai Cultural Sports Club)

P.O. Box 1493

Dubai, UAE

Helpline: +9714 213 8888

Telephone: +9714 287 1788

Fax: +9714 217 1575

Map

http://goo.gl/maps/P5qZc Clothing

A white uniform is worn; the colour of the stripes is determined by length of sentence. Slippers are also provided.

Shoes can be purchased at the prison shop. In exceptional circumstances foot wear can be purchased outside the prison, but special permission must be granted before hand and only after a medical certificate has been provided by the doctor.

Food

Three free meals are provided a day. During Ramadan non-Muslims get three meals and Muslims just two meals. Meals consist of a varied local menu. Additional food can be purchased at the canteen which is open every day in the morning. However there may be a schedule for different ambers/block of cells.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food in to the prison.

Water from the canteen can be taken to ambers/cells. Personal Belongings

Books can be supplied but must first be approved by the National Media Council.

MP3 players or other personal devices are not allowed.

Prisoners are not allowed to keep electrical items with them but permission can be obtained for certain items to be used under supervision.

Medication

Medication prescribed in the UK is not allowed. Detainees must get approval from the prison doctor for any medication.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Visiting

Public:

Friday (for non-Brits) & Saturday mornings: 08:00 – 11:00 (male visitors).

Friday (for non-Brits) & Saturday afternoons: 14:30 – 16:00 (female visitors).

Private:

Prisoners with drugs related charges are no longer allowed face to face private visits. The visits will be conducted behind a glass barrier. Financial cases are the same. Only at the discretion of the Head of the Central Prison can prisoners have face to face private visits (permission is usually given to close members of family and lawyers).

Private visits are allowed once every two months

The detainee will need to fill a form registering the names of people who he/she would like to see.

Visitors will need to complete a form prior to the visit for each occasion.

Exceptional visits are considered but must be applied for in advance.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Money

Detainees can receive large amounts of money (e.g. AED 5,000/10,000), but they can only access a maximum of AED 1,200 every month or a maximum of AED 400 per week. If more money is required for telephone calls or to purchase food from the canteen, prisoners will need to complete a request form.

The detainee is not given cash. They are provided with a rechargeable debit card.

The detainee can only receive money from friends and family but they must be the same nationality. Alternatively, the detainee can receive money via Western Union or the British Embassy.

Facilities

Library: Prisoners can borrow books from the library. There are no timescales for returning the books but prisoners need to give their name and prisoner’s number to the library officer beforehand.

Workshops/Training: Only prisoners who have been sentenced can participate in a workshop. This attracts a small salary.

Doctor/Dentist/Hospital: A nurse visits on daily basis and takes the names of those who need to see the doctor. If the patient requires a dentist or a visit to hospital, the doctor at the clinic sends a letter requesting an appointment.

Telephone Calls: Telephones are available for two hours a week. If prisoners need to make additional calls they can purchase a telephone card from the office.

Barber: A barber is available daily. Long hair is forbidden; once a prisoner has been sentenced he must have his hair cut. Prisoners are allowed to have some shaving equipment but nothing with razor blades.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Mail

Mail can be sent direct to detainees through the Dubai Police Headquarters using the following address:

Dubai Police General Headquarters P.O. Box 1493 Dubai UAE

From there, mail will be delivered to the police station although it may take several days for it to be delivered.

Mail can be delivered direct to the police station.

Mail can be sent via the British Embassy or via Country Casework Team at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London.

Prisoners Abroad also provide freepost envelopes for detainees. Deportation

Once a prisoner has completed their sentence, the security office starts the procedures for deportation. This includes booking an airline ticket, finger printing and an iris scan. This process normally takes a minimum of one week.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Dubai Central Jail – For females Contact

Dubai Central Jail

Al Aweer Road (E 44 Road)

Al Aweer, (near Dubai Cultural Sports Club)

P.O. Box 1493

Dubai, UAE

Helpline: +9714 213 8888

Telephone: +9714 287 1788

Fax: +9714 217 1575

Map

http://goo.gl/maps/P5qZc Clothing

A pink uniform is worn and the colour of the stripes is determined by length of sentence.

Shoes can be purchased at the prison shop. In exceptional circumstances, footwear can be purchased outside the prison but special permission must be granted beforehand and only after the doctor has provided a medical certificate.

Food

A varied local menu is provided for the detainees (three free meals a day) and additional food can be purchased at the canteen. Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison.

Personal Belongings

Books can be supplied but must be approved by the National Media Council.

MP3 players or other personal devices are not allowed.

Prisoners are not allowed to keep electrical items with them but permission can be obtained for certain items to be used under supervision.

Toiletries are not generally allowed. Visiting

Public:

Friday 08:00 – 11:00 and 14:30 – 17:00 (Arabic visitors).

Saturday 08:00 – 11:00 and 14:30 – 17:00 (Non-Arabic visitors).

Private:

Private visits can be arranged once every two weeks.

Please contact the prison prior to the visit on each occasion.

Special requests from overseas visitors are considered on a case by case basis.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

A maximum of AED 200 per week can be deposited with the prison office. If more money is required for telephone calls, or to purchase food from the canteen, prisoners will need to complete a request form. The detainee can only receive money from friends and family but they must be the same nationality. Alternatively, the detainee can receive money via Western Union or the British Embassy.

Facilities

Library: Prisoners can borrow books from the library. There are no timescales for returning the books but prisoners need to give their name and prisoner’s number to the library officer beforehand.

Workshops/Training: Only prisoners who have been sentenced can participate in a workshop. This attracts a small salary.

Doctor/Dentist/Hospital: A nurse visits on daily basis and takes the names of those who need to see the doctor. If the patient requires a dentist or a visit to hospital, the doctor at the clinic sends a letter requesting an appointment.

Telephone Calls: Telephones are available for two hours a week. If prisoners need to make additional calls they can purchase a telephone card from the office.

Barber: Detainees can are able to have their hair cut when necessary.

Mail

Mail can be sent direct to detainees through the Dubai Police Headquarters using the following address:

Dubai Police General Headquarters P.O. Box 1493 Dubai UAE

From there, mail will be delivered to the police station although it may take several days for it to be delivered.

Mail can be delivered direct to the police station.

Mail can be sent via the British Embassy or via Country Casework Team at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London.

Prisoners Abroad also provide freepost envelopes for detainees. Deportation

Once a prisoner has completed their sentence, the security office starts the procedures for deportation. This includes booking an airline ticket, finger printing and an iris scan. This process normally takes a minimum of one week.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Dubai (Out)Jail - For short-term or temporary male prisoners Contact

Dubai Central Jail

Dubai (Out) Jail

Al Aweer Road (E 44 Road)

Al Aweer (near Dubai Cultural Sports Club)

P.O. Box 1493

Dubai, UAE

Helpline: +9714 213 8888

Telephone: +9714 287 1788

Fax: +9714 217 1575

Map

http://goo.gl/maps/P5qZc Clothing

A white uniform is worn, without stripes for pre-sentenced detainees. Uniform with stripes for short-term sentenced (at present less than one year)

Foot wear (shoes) can be purchased at the prison shop. In exceptional circumstances foot wear can be purchased outside the prison, but special permission must be granted before hand, and only after a medical certificate has provided by the doctor

Food

A varied local menu is provided for the detainees and additional food can be purchased at the canteen. Visitors however, are not allowed to take food into the prison.

Personal Belongings

Books can be supplied, but must be approved by the Media Supervision Dept within the Media International Council (formerly known as the Ministry of Culture).

MP3 players or other personal devices are not allowed.

No other electrical items are allowed to be kept by prisoners. Visiting

Public:

Friday & Saturday mornings 08:00 – 11:00 (male visitors).

Friday & Saturday afternoons 15:00 – 17:00 (female visitors).

Private:

Private visits are allowed once a month.

Visitors will need to complete a form prior to the visit for each occasion.

Exceptional visits are considered, only with permission requested in advance.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

A maximum of AED 400 per week can be deposited with the prison office. If more money is required for telephone calls, or to purchase food from the canteen, prisoners will need to complete a request form. The detainee can only receive money from friends and family but they must be the same nationality. Alternatively, the detainee can receive money via Western Union or the British Embassy.

Facilities

Library: Prisoners can borrow books from the library. There are no timescales for returning the books but prisoners need to give their name and prisoner’s number to the library officer beforehand.

Workshops/Training: Only prisoners who have been sentenced can participate in a workshop. This attracts a small salary.

Doctor/Dentist/Hospital: A nurse visits on daily basis and takes the names of those who need to see the doctor. If the patient requires a dentist or a visit to hospital, the doctor at the clinic sends a letter requesting an appointment.

Telephone Calls: Telephones are available for two hours a week. If prisoners need to make additional calls they can purchase a telephone card from the office.

Barber: A barber is available daily. Long hair is forbidden; once a prisoner has been sentenced he must have his hair cut. Prisoners are allowed to have some shaving equipment but nothing with razor blades.

Mail

Mail can be sent direct to detainees through the Dubai Police Headquarters using the following address:

Dubai Police General Headquarters P.O. Box 1493 Dubai UAE

From there, mail will be delivered to the police station although it may take several days for it to be delivered.

Mail can be delivered direct to the police station.

Mail can be sent via the British Embassy or via Country Casework Team at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London.

Prisoners Abroad also provide freepost envelopes for detainees. Deportation

Once a prisoner has completed their sentence, the security office starts the procedures for deportation. This includes booking an airline ticket, finger printing and an iris scan. This process normally takes a minimum of one week.

There is no separate out jail/pre-sentenced jail for females in Dubai. Central Prison is the only facility for females.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Bur Dubai Police Station Contact

Bur Dubai Station P.O. Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 398 1111 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/4wkCw Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones all day but they must purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Detainees with drugs cases are allowed to use the phones from 08:00am - 12:00 and from 17:00 - 20:00.

Visiting Times

Public:

Mondays 08:00 – 12:00: female visitors only.

Tuesdays 08:00 – 12:00: male visitors only but no drugs cases.

Sundays 08:00 – 12: drugs cases but only for family members. If the detainee has no family in the UAE, they can be visited by friends but this is at the discretion of the police station.

Embassies:

Embassies visiting days are Wednesday and Thursday. Visits outside of these times are possible but at the discretion of the police station.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit detainees on Wednesday and Thursday. Visits outside of these times are possible but at the discretion of the police station.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families/friends on the dedicated days for visits.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen (shampoo, soap, underwear, etc).

Food

Detainees get three free meals each day.

Detainees cannot purchase food from the canteen. Visitors cannot bring food in.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Personal Belongings

Detainees can receive books and clothes only. Money

Detainees are allowed to receive any amount of money from friends or family. This can include money needed to pay a fine.

Medical

A resident nurse is available 24 hours and a doctor visits twice a week.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber:

A barber is available daily. Prisoners are not allowed to have shaving equipment. Mail

Mail can be sent direct to detainees through the Dubai Police Headquarters using the following address:

Dubai Police General Headquarters P.O. Box 1493 Dubai UAE

From there, mail will be delivered to the police station although it may take several days for it to be delivered.

Mail can be delivered direct to the police station.

Mail can be sent via the British Embassy or via Country Casework Team at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London.

Prisoners Abroad also provide freepost envelopes for detainees. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Underwear o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards

Recreation

Detainees are allowed access to outside areas any time of the day.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al Qusais Police Station Contact

Al Qusais Police Station P.O. Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 263 1111

Map:

http://goo.gl/maps/SBqLB Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones all day but they must purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Visiting Times:

Public:

Sundays 10:00 – 12:00: female visitors including drugs cases.

Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00: male visitors including drugs cases. Embassies:

If notified in advance, Embassies are allowed to visit on any day.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit detainees on Tuesdays. Visits outside of these times are possible but at the discretion of the police station.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from families and friends on Mondays from 10:00 to 12:00.

Detainees can buy toiletries only from the canteen. Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Food is not sold at the canteen.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food in. Personal Belongings

Detainees can receive books but only after proper authorisation by the police station. Money

Detainees are allowed to receive an amount of Dhs.200 only, on Sundays and Tuesdays, from family, friends and persons known to them.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Doctor/Dentist/Hospital

A resident nurse is available on daily basis and a doctor visits on Sundays and Wednesdays.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

Prisoners are allowed to use battery-operated shaving equipment provided by the police station.

Mail:

Mail is not allowed. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards

Recreation

Detainees are allowed access to outside at areas any time of the day.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al-Rashidya Police Station Contact

Al-Rashidya Police Station P.O. Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 285 3000 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/vz7rp

Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones all day but they must purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Visiting

Public:

Mondays 09:00 – 12:00: female visitors.

Wednesdays 09:00 – 12:00: male visitors.

Tuesdays 09:00 – 12:00: drug cases.

Embassies

If notified in advance, Embassies are allowed to visit on any day. Lawyers

Lawyers can visit detainees on any day. Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families and friends on Mondays from 09:00am to 12:00pm.

Detainees can buy toiletries only from the canteen. Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Food is not sold at the canteen.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food in. Personal Belongings

Detainees cannot receive books, magazines and newspapers.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

Detainees are allowed to receive money from family and friends up to a maximum of AED 3,000.

Medical

A resident nurse is available on daily basis and a doctor visits every Monday.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

Prisoners are allowed to use battery-operated shaving equipment provided by the police station.

Mail

Mail is not allowed although faxes may get through using +971 (0) 4217 1244. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards

Recreation

Detainees are allowed access to outside at areas any time of the day.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Port Rashid Police Station Contact

Port Rashid Police P.O. Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 345 9999 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/99CI1 Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones from 08:00 -12:30 and from 15:00 – 18:00.

Detainees need to purchase a telephone card from the canteen. Visiting

Public:

Mondays 09:00 – 12:00: male visitors.

Wednesdays 09:00 – 12:00: female visitors.

Thursdays 08:00 – 12:00: drugs cases. If the detainee has no family in the UAE, they can be visited by friends but this is at the discretion of the police station.

Embassies:

If notified in advance, Embassies are allowed to visit on any day.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit any day. Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families/friends only on Thursdays. Metals items, such us belts, are not allowed. The police station has discretion to allow clothes in on other days of the week.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen.

Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Detainees cannot purchase food from the canteen. If a specific diet is required, a doctor must prescribe it. Visitors are not allowed to bring in food.

Personal Belongings

With the required authorisations, detainees can receive books, magazines and clothes.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

Detainees are allowed to receive a maximum amount of AED 5,000 from friends and family but they cannot be in possession of more than AED 500 at any one time. The rest of the money is kept securely in the Amanat (belongings section).

Medical

A resident nurse is available on daily basis and a doctor visits Sundays and Thursdays.

A laboratory physician visits the police station every Thursday to collect specimens.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

Prisoners are allowed to have supervised use of battery-operated shaving equipment provided by the police station.

Mail

Mail can only be delivered by hand to the police station. Books

Books can be supplied but must first be approved by the National Media Council. Canteen

Some of the things that Detainees can buy from the Canteen: o Underwear o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards

Recreation

Detainees are allowed to access outside areas at any time of day.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Naiyef (Naif) Police Station Contact

Naiyef (Naif) Police Station PO Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 228 6999 Telephone Calls

Detainees can use the phones at any time of the day but they must first purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Detainees may be able to use the police station's phone but this is at the discretion od the Officer in Charge.

Visiting

Public:

Mondays 09:00 – 12:00: male visitors.

Tuesdays 09:00 – 12:00: female visitors.

Visits allowed only for family members. If the detainee has no family in the UAE, they can be visited by friends but this is at the discretion of the police station.

Embassies:

If notified in advance, Embassies are allowed to visit on any day.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit any week day from 07:00 to 14:00. At the discretion of the police station, lawyers can also visit on Fridays and Saturdays.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families/friends only on Wednesdays. Other days are at the discretion of the police station.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen. Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Detainees can purchase food from the canteen, such as sandwiches, tea, coffee and soft drinks.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison. Personal Belongings

Detainees cannot receive books or magazines from outside. The police station provides newspapers and magazines to detainees in various languages.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

Detainees are allowed to receive a maximum amount of AED 500 from friends and family.

Medical

A resident nurse is available on daily basis and a doctor visits every Thursday.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

Prisoners are allowed to have supervised use of battery-operated shaving equipment provided by the police station.

Mail

Mail can be sent direct to detainees through the Dubai Police Headquarters using the following address:

Dubai Police General Headquarters P.O. Box 1493 Dubai UAE

From there, mail will be delivered to the police station although it may take several days for it to be delivered.

Mail can be delivered direct to the police station.

Mail can be sent via the British Embassy or via Country Casework Team at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London.

Prisoners Abroad also provide freepost envelopes for detainees. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Underwear o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards o Tea/coffee/soft drinks o Sandwiches

Recreation

No access to outside areas for recreation.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al Muraqabat Police Station Contact

Muraqabat Police Station PO Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 266 0555 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/GCR4g Telephone Calls

Detainees need to purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Detainees are allowed to use the phones one day a week in the afternoon from 16:00 to 20:00. There are four Ambers and detainees are divided in two groups to use the phones.

Detainees with finance cases are allowed to use the phones from 08:00am-12:30pm and from 04:00pm – 08:00pm.

Visiting Times

Public:

Tuesdays 09:00 – 12:00 (Male visitors) for all cases, including Drugs cases.

Mondays 09:00 – 12:00 (Female visitors) for all cases, including Drugs cases.

Embassies

If notified in advance, Embassies are allowed to visit on any day.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit six days a week. Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families/friends only on Wednesdays. Other days are at the discretion of the police station.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen on Thursdays. Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Detainees can purchase only breakfast and tea in the mornings from the canteen.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison. Personal Belongings

Detainees can receive books and clothes from family.

Detainees are provided with newspapers by the police station.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

Detainees are allowed to receive a maximum amount of AED 500.

Detainees can receive money from friends and family. Medical

A resident nurse is available on daily basis and a doctor visits every Thursday.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

Prisoners are allowed to have supervised use of battery-operated shaving equipment provided by the police station.

Mail

Mail can only be delivered by hand to the police station. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Some types of food o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone Cards

Recreation

No access to outside areas for recreation.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Jebel Ali Police Station Contact

Jebel Ali Police Station PO Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 881 6111 Those arrested and taken to Jebel Ali Police Station are only detained for a short amount of time. Males are subsequently sent to Port Rashid Police Station and females to Bur Dubai Police Station. Map

http://goo.gl/maps/o5ZeJ Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones any time of the day but they must purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Visiting Times

Public:

Public can visit any day and any time.

Embassies:

Embassies can visit any day.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit any day. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families/friends only on Wednesdays. Other days are at the discretion of the police station.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen on Thursdays. Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison. Personal Belongings

Detainees can receive books and clothes from family.

Money

Detainees are allowed to receive a maximum amount of AED 400.

Detainees can receive money from friends and family.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Medical

A resident nurse is available from 08:00 – 20:00 and a doctor visits every day.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

None – can be done after transferring to another police station. Mail

None – can receive after transferring to another police station. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards

Recreation

No access to outside areas for recreation.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al Rifa'a Police Station Contact

Al Rifa'a Police Station PO Box 1493 Dubai, UAE

+971 (0) 4 393 7777 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/73jpk Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones 08:00 to 02:00 but need to first purchase a telephone card from the canteen.

Visiting Times

Public

Mondays 09:00 – 12:00 (Men visitors) including the Drugs cases.

Wednesday 09:00 – 12:00 (Woman visitors) including the Drugs cases.

Embassies:

Embassies can visit any day.

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit any day. Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform.

Detainees can receive clothes from their families and friends.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen. Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Detainees cannot purchase food from the canteen.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison. Personal Belongings

Detainees can receive books and clothes only.

Detainees can buy the newspapers from the canteen. Money

Detainees are allowed to receive AED 300 from family and friends.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Medical

A Resident nurse is available on daily from 07:00 to 21:00 and a doctor visits on Sundays and Wednesdays.

For emergencies or if a detainee requires a dentist/visit to hospital, an ambulance can be called.

Barber

A barber is available daily. Prisoners can use razors under supervision. Mail

Mail can only be delivered to detainees by hand. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the canteen: o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone Cards

Recreation

Detainees are allowed to access outside areas any time of day.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Northern Emirates

Sharjah Central/Out Jail - For Males

Contact

Sharjah Central/Out Jail Sharjah, UAE PO Box 29

+971 (0) 65381118

Map

http://goo.gl/maps/HR9sm

Clothing

A dark blue uniform is worn for detainees and prisoners. The coloured stripes determine length of sentence.

Shoes can be purchased at the prison shop. In exceptional circumstances foot wear can be purchased outside the prison, but special permission must be granted before hand and only after a medical certificate has been provided by the doctor.

Food

Three meals per day are provided for the detainees and additional food can be purchased at the canteen. Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison.

Personal Belongings

Books can be supplied but must be approved by the Department of Rehabilitation and the National Media Council.

MP3 players and radios can be bought from the prison but no other electrical items are allowed.

Visiting:

The prison will allow the Next of Kin only. However, if the detainee has only friends, they would need to write to the Head of the Prison for his approval.

Public:

Mondays 15:00 – 18:00 for female visitors.

Wednesdays 15:00 – 18:00 for male visitors.

Fridays 09:00 – 12:00 for male visitors.

Fridays 09:00 – 12:00 for female visitors.

Saturdays 15:00 – 18:00 for Arabic visitors only.

Saturdays 09:00 – 12:00 for males at the deportation section.

Private:

Only conducted during morning working hours.

Visitors need to make a request to the Head of the Prison who will then decide who many times they can visit.

Visitors will need to complete a form at prison reception for each visit. The officer will check the detainee’s records and provide a date.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

A maximum of AED 500 per week can be deposited at the prison office. Another AED 200 can be deposited but for telephone use only. If more money is required for telephone calls, or to purchase food from the canteen, prisoners will need to complete a request form.

Facilities

Library: Prisoners can borrow books from the library. There are no timescales for returning the books but prisoners need to give their name and prisoner number to the library officer beforehand.

Workshops: Sentenced prisoners can participate in a workshop which attracts a small monthly salary.

Medical: A nurse visits on daily basis and takes the names of those who need to see the doctor. If the patient requires a dentist or a visit to hospital, the doctor at the clinic needs to send a referral letter to Medical Services or to Al Qasimi and Al Kuwaiti Hospitals.

Telephone calls: prisoners are allowed to have up to five numbers saved in their system. The prison authorities have said that the prisoners can call each of the numbers daily and for each call, they can have up to 15 minutes every day no matter what the charge is.

Barber: A barber is available daily. Long hair is forbidden and once a prisoner has been sentenced he must have his hair cut short. Prisoners are not allowed to have shaving equipment in their accommodation.

Deportation

Once a prisoner has completed their sentence, the security office checks with the ‘Wanted’ department to check for any outstanding charges. If they have none, they will be taken to the deportation section while the officers start the deportation procedures, which will include booking an airline ticket, finger printing and iris scan. This process normally takes a minimum of one week.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Sharjah Jail - For females Contact

Sharjah Central/Out Jail PO Box 29 Sharjah, UAE

+971 (0) 65381118 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/HR9sm Clothing

A dark gray uniform is worn for detainees and prisoners. The coloured stripes determine length of detention/ sentence. Pregnant ladies wear green colour during pregnancy and for a year after the birth.

Shoes can be purchased at the prison shop. In exceptional circumstances foot wear can be purchased outside the prison, but special permission must be granted before hand and only after a medical certificate has been provided by the doctor.

Food

Three meals per day are provided for the detainees and additional food can be purchased at the canteen. Visitors however are not allowed to bring food into the prison.

Personal Belongings

Books can be supplied but must be approved by the Department of Rehabilitation and the National Media Council.

MP3 players and radios can be bought from the prison but no other electrical items are allowed.

Toiletries are not generally allowed.

Visiting

Public:

Mondays and Fridays 15:00 – 18:00 for female visitors.

Wednesdays and Fridays 09:00 – 12:00 and 15:00 – 18:00 for male visitors).

Private:

Only immediate family can arrange visits once every two weeks.

Visitors will need to complete a form at prison reception for each visit. The officer will check the detainees/prisoners records for last visit and issue a date.

Note: Visiting times differ during the holy month of Ramadan.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money

A maximum of AED 200 per week can be deposited at the prison office. If more money is required for telephone calls, or to purchase food from the canteen, prisoners will need to complete a request form.

Facilities

Library: Prisoners can borrow books from the library. There are no timescales for returning the books but prisoners need to give their name and prisoner’s number to the library officer beforehand.

Workshops/Training: Sentenced prisoners can participate in workshops which attracts a small monthly salary.

Medical: A nurse visits on daily basis and takes the names of those who need to see the doctor. If the patient requires a dentist or a visit to hospital, the doctor at the clinic needs to make a referral.

Telephone Calls: Financial cases can have daily access to telephones. Other cases have access twice a week.

Hairdresser: A hairdresser is available daily.

Deportation

Once a prisoner has completed their sentence, the security office checks with the ‘Wanted’ department to check for any outstanding charges. If they have none, they will be taken to the deportation section while the officers start the deportation procedures, which will include booking an airline ticket, finger printing and iris scan. This process normally takes a minimum of one week.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Ajman Jail Contact

Ajman Jail Ajman, UAE

+971 (0) 6 7480222 Map

http://goo.gl/maps/RvjUj

Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed to use the phones every 4 hours for 15 minutes at a time. However, this will be changing soon.

Detainees need to purchase a telephone card from the canteen. Visiting Times

Public:

Sentenced detainees

Friday morning 09:00 to 12:00 Males visit Male detainees

Friday afternoon 16:00 to 18:00 for UAE nationals only

Saturday morning 09:00 to 12:00 Males visit Female detainees

Saturday afternoon 16:00 to 18:00 Women and children visit detainees Presentenced detainees

Mondays and Wednesday 09:00 to 12:00

Embassies:

Embassies can visit on Tuesdays 09:00 to 13:00 hours

Lawyers:

Lawyers can visit on Tuesdays 09:00 to 13:00 hours

Note: Visiting times may differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes. There is no specific uniform to use.

Detainees are not allowed any personal belongings.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen.

Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Detainees can purchase food from the canteen.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Personal Belongings

No personal belongings are allowed. Money

No amount specified. Medical

A nurse is available from breakfast to dinner and a doctor visits the premises three times a week.

In emergency cases, an ambulance is called and the detainee is taken to Khalifa hospital.

Barber

Prisoners are allowed to use electric razors in their cells. Mail

Detainees are allowed photographs but not letters. Canteen

Some of the things that detainees can buy from the Canteen: o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards o Food o Clothes

Activities

There are voluntary carpentry workshops available. In the mornings, detainees are allowed to walk in the prison grounds.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Ras Al Khaimah Prison Contact

Ras Al Khaimah Prison Ras Al Khaimah UAE

+971 (0) 7 2221133 Map Telephone Calls

Detainees are allowed two calls per week from morning to 19:00 for 15 minutes at a time.

Requests can be made for more calls Visiting Times

Public:

Male detainees visiting hours

Friday morning 15:00 to 18:00 for women only

Saturday and Monday 15:00 to 18:00 for men only

Female detainees visiting hours

Every morning for women only

Saturday and Monday 15:00 to 18:00 for men only

Embassies:

Any day of the week.

Lawyers:

Any day of the week but with advanced notification.

Note: Visiting times may differ during the holy month of Ramadan. Clothing

Detainees use their own clothes in cells but have to wear blue uniforms when outdoors.

Visitors can bring clothes for detainees but no food is allowed.

Detainees can buy toiletries and some clothes from the canteen.

Food

Detainees get three free meals a day.

Detainees can purchase food from the canteen.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food into the prison.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Personal Belongings

No personal belongings are allowed. Money

No amount specified. Medical

A nurse is available 24 hours a day and a doctor visits everyday from 07:30 to 14:30.

In emergency cases, the detainee is taken by ambulance to Khalifa hospital.

Barber

A barber is available in the prison. Mail

Detainees are allowed photographs but not letters. Canteen

Some of the things that Detainees can buy from the Canteen: o Shampoo o Soap o Telephone cards o Food o Clothes

Activities

There are voluntary carpentry workshops available from 08:00 to 12:00 every day. Detainees can play football at 07:00 in the morning.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Abu Dhabi (including Al Ain)

Al Wathba Correctional institute Contact: AL Wathba Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates Phone number: +97125047200 Telephone Calls It is possible to make telephone calls, with limits on when, where to and for how long. Usually calls times have to be cleared with the prison authorities. It is best to give family and friends a range of dates and times when you will try to ring. Hundreds of prisoners want to make phone calls at the same time so be prepared for a long wait and the likelihood of disappointment. Phones operate on phone cards, which can be purchased from the shops. Visiting Times Prison regulations state that only family members can visit inmates in the prison. However, the public prosecutor may issue a visit order to a non-family member; this permission can be obtained from the public prosecutor’s office in Abu Dhabi Courts. This permission is a must for both family members and non-family members if you are not sentenced. Visiting times and days are quite specific: Sunday: Public Prosecutor visits 08:00 – 11:00 (Drug cases) 11:15 – 13:30 (Other cases) Monday: Females can visit males 08:00 -13:00 (Non-drug cases) Tuesday: Females can visit males 08:00 – 13:00 (Drug cases) Wednesday: Embassy visiting day Thursday: Males can visit females 08:00 – 11:00 Lawyers’ visit (all cases) 11:15 – 13:30 Friday: Foreign males can visit males 08:00 – 13:30 (Drug cases) 15:00 – 17:00 (Other cases) Saturday: Arab males can visit males 08:00 – 13:00 (Drug cases) 15:00 – 17:00 (Other cases)

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Clothing

Inmates are provided with clothing, additional clothing can be purchased from the Canteen the

standard clothing has different coloured collars that identify the case type.

Food The prison provides breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meals usually consist of rice, bread, hummus and curry and are also served with fruit portions. Detainees can also buy items, such as chocolate, Pepsi, water, from a daily shop, as well as newspapers. Personal Belongings: Personal belonging are keep with the prison and only clothing bought from the canteen can be used unless they have mitigating circumstances in which case it would have to be cleared by the doctor or head of prison. Money Inmates are allowed to receive funds from friends and family on visiting days through “Amanat’’ up to 1000 AED. Medical The prison has a small clinic area and prisoners can request access to the doctor and dentist.

Barber

A barber is available in the prison. Mail You can have letters sent directly to Al Wathba. The address is:

Al Wathba Corrections Establishment

Abu Dhabi Police P.O.Box 76444 Abu Dhabi UAE (Name of prisoner and ward or block no)

There are no restrictions on the amount but there are rules about what you can and can’t

receive. All letters are censored. Magazines, books and newspapers are permitted, though

they will be looked at and may be censored. This procedure means that it may be a couple of

weeks before they are actually given to you. Nude pictures are strictly forbidden.

Canteen

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

An account is opened for all prisoners upon arrival at the prison. Any money the prisoner was holding on arrival will be placed in this account. Money can also be sent directly to the prison or through the FCO (as detailed above). This money can be used to buy items from the weekly shop/canteen. The prison only provides the basic uniform. All other needs, such as jumpers in winter, flip flops, deodorant, soap, towels etc will have to be purchased from here. Stamps and phone cards are also available from here. Activities

Library

The library is open every day and has a good selection of books in English. The supply is regularly updated by ex-prisoners and members of the Embassy.

Gym

There is no gym facility in Al Wathba.

Educational establishment

There is an educational establishment but at present it is only available to UAE nationals. However, some prisoners have used the opportunity to learn Arabic during their imprisonment

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al Ain Correctional institute Contact Falaj Hazzaa Al Ain United Arab Emirates Telephone Calls It is possible to make telephone calls, with limits on when, where to and for how long. Usually calls times have to be cleared with the prison authorities. It is best to give family and friends a range of dates and times when you will try to ring. Hundreds of prisoners want to make phone calls at the same time so be prepared for a long wait and the likelihood of disappointment. Phones operate on phone cards, which can be purchased from the shops. Visiting Times Prison regulations state that only family members can visit inmates in the prison. However, the public prosecutor may issue a visit order to a non-family member; this permission can be obtained from the public prosecutor’s office in Al Ain Courts. This permission is a must for both family members and non-family members if you are not sentenced. Visiting times and days are quite specific: Sunday: Public Prosecutor visits 08:00 – 11:00 (Drug cases) 11:15 – 13:30 (Other cases) Monday: Females can visit males 08:00 -13:00 (Non-drug cases) Tuesday: Females can visit males 08:00 – 13:00 (Drug cases) Wednesday: Embassy visiting day Thursday: Males can visit females 08:00 – 11:00 Lawyers’ visit (all cases) 11:15 – 13:30 Friday: Foreign males can visit males 08:00 – 13:30 (Drug cases) 15:00 – 17:00 (Other cases) Saturday: Arab males can visit males 08:00 – 13:00 (Drug cases) 15:00 – 17:00 (Other cases) Clothing Inmates are provided with clothing, additional clothing can be purchased from the Canteen.

Food The prison provides breakfast, lunch and dinner. Detainees can also buy items, such as chocolate, Pepsi, water, from a daily shop, as well as newspapers.

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Money Inmates are allowed to receive funds from friends and family on visiting days through. Medical

The prison has a small clinic area and prisoners can request access to the doctor and dentist.

Barber

A barber is available in the prison. Canteen An account is opened for all prisoners upon arrival at the prison. Any money the prisoner was holding on arrival will be placed in this account. Money can also be sent directly to the prison or through the FCO (as detailed above). This money can be used to buy items from the weekly shop/canteen. The prison only provides the basic uniform. All other needs, such as jumpers in winter, flip flops, deodorant, soap, towels etc will have to be purchased from here. Stamps and phone cards are also available from here. Activities

Library

The library is open every day and has a good selection of books in English. The supply is regularly updated by ex-prisoners and members of the Embassy.

Gym

There is no gym facility in Al Ain Correctional institute.

Educational establishment

There is an educational establishment but at present it is only available to UAE nationals. However, some prisoners have used the opportunity to learn Arabic during their imprisonment

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Police Stations in Abu Dhabi:

Below are a list of police stationed some of these police stations have temporary holding cells and normally keep detainees for 48 hour if they need to be held longer they are transferred to Al Wathba Correctional institute.

City Police Station (Madina)

Al Meena

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Phone number: +971 25129800

Al Zaab Police Station

Al Zaab

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Khalifa City Police Station

Khalifa City A

Abu Dhabi

Opposite Al Raha Mall

United Arab Emirates

Phone number: +971 2 513 1111

Khalidiya Police Station

Sheikh Zayed The First St

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Phone number: +971 2 446 1461

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Shabiya Police Station

Al Dhafrah

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Mussafah Police Station

Phone number: +971 2 6966666

Airport Police Station

Abu Dhabi Airport

Area Zip Code: 253

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Phone number: +971 2 575 5382

Baniyas Police Station

Ghabat,

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Phone number: +971 2 513 1111

Police Stations in Al Ain:

Al Madinah Police Station

Al Ain City

Al Morabaa Area

Al Morabaa Roundabout Str. Opposite Lulu Center

Phone number: +971337151100

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al Jimi Police Station

Al Ain City

Bin Aziz Street

Opposite Al Jimi Hospital and Khola School

Phone number: +97137088888

Industrial Police Station

Al Ain City

Industrial Area

Zakhir Str. Opposite Masoud Car Agency

Phone number: +97137155000

Al Maqam Police Station

Al Ain City

Abu Dhabi

Al Ain Road

then to the Right After Al Maqam Bridge

Phone number: +97137681999

Zakher Police Station

Al Ain City

Tawam Roundabout

Near Zakher Park

Opposite Sheikh Tahnoon Palace and Zakher Medical Center

Phone number: +97137156213

Neither HMG nor any official of the Embassy take any responsibility for the information contained herein nor in relation to the use of any of the listed providers of services. All information was correct at the time of publication and is provided in good faith.

Last update: April 2013

Al Sad Police Station

Al Ain City

Al Yahar Bridge

Opposite Al Sad Guest House

Phone number: +97137826011

Al Waqan Police Station

Al Ain City

Al Waqan Area

Main Road

Near Al Waqan Petrol Station

Phone number: +97137351507